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🌱 Patch AM: What's Open, Closed On New Year's Day 2026 In Manassas
Also check out Sip & Sketch with Jortt (Jan 9) on the Manassas Patch calendar
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In today's newsletter:
- Plan your New Year’s Day around Manassas closures and schedule changes
- Know a Manassas hero who deserves recognition as a Community Champion?
- Why a new Manassas data center may pay far less tax
Also on today's calendar: Sip & Sketch with Jortt (Jan 9).
Find out what's happening in Manassasfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Manassasfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Thursday: Cloudy, flurries; breezy, with a high of 35 and low of 23 degrees.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy and not as cold, temps: high: 42, low: 24.
- Saturday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 37 and low of 22 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. What's Open, Closed On New Year's Day 2026 In Manassas (patch.com) — Manassas residents heading into New Year’s Day 2026 can expect city government offices, schools, the community center, and trash collection services to operate on special holiday schedules or close entirely. The guide also outlines changes for Prince William County services, public transit, parks, libraries, and nearby attractions so Manassas locals can plan errands and celebrations without surprises. 
2. Community Champions- Nominate one today! (princewilliamliving.com) — Residents of Manassas, Manassas Park, and Prince William County are invited to nominate local “Community Champions” who quietly strengthen the area through service. The ongoing series highlights first responders, military members, veterans, teachers, and healthcare workers whose everyday dedication makes neighborhoods safer, kinder, and more connected. You can submit someone you know for recognition online anytime.
3. InsideNoVa's most-read local stories of 2025 (insidenova.com) — One of 2025’s most-read stories for local readers was Manassas officials discovering a major tenant in the new Brickyard data center won’t owe business personal property taxes, slashing expected revenue. The roundup also revisits big regional moments, from a tragic Potomac crash to Prince William’s teacher workday change and a long-awaited Publix announcement.
4. Manassas Cops Raid Home, Bust Wanted Women With Hundreds Of Suspected Drugs Inside: Police (dailyvoice.com) — Manassas residents may notice increased police activity after a major narcotics investigation led to two women being arrested at a home on Bruton Parish Court. Manassas City Police say suspected crack cocaine and paraphernalia were seized, and multiple outstanding warrants from nearby jurisdictions were served as the broader investigation continues.
5. Easy Winter Comfort Recipes for Busy Families (princewilliamliving.com) — Manassas families can warm up winter weeknights with easy recipes built around fresh produce from the Historic Downtown Manassas Winter Market and the Dale City Farmers Market. The article shares three simple, make-ahead-friendly dishes plus tips for adapting them to whatever you pick up locally. It also encourages visiting January markets for calmer shopping and direct access to area farmers.
📸 Around Manassas
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Manassas
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- Sip & Sketch with Jortt (Jan 9)
Laconiko , 11301 Braden Dr , Manassas
5:30 pm - Call for Candidates 2026
Manassas and Manassas Park, VA
1:23 pm - Lifelong Learning Institute Registration Begins
, Manassas
9:00 am
Friday January 9
Saturday January 10
Monday January 12
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Hooked on Craft Kits
Central Library - - Bull Run Ukulele Players
Bull Run Library - Bull Run Community Room A and B
1:00 pm - 8-Bit Art with Perler Beads
Bull Run Library - Bull Run Community Room A and B
10:30 am - Sunday Afternoon
Bull Run Library - Hive 8051 Makerspace
1:00 pm - Open Enrollment for Virginia Marketplace
Central Library , Group Study Room A , Manassas Park
5:00 pm - Workplace English
Bull Run Library - Group Study Room B
6:30 pm - English Conversation for Adults
Bull Run Library - Bull Run Community Room A and B
10:00 am - Eating Smart - Being Active
Bull Run Library - Bull Run Community Room A and B
1:00 pm - Pokemon Club
Bull Run Library - Tween Area
5:00 pm
Friday January 2
Saturday January 3
Sunday January 4
Monday January 5
Tuesday January 6
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I’m looking for someone, with experience, to repair or replace, my two skylights.
They are likely 15 yrs older, or older and in dire need for a refresh. Please DM me if you are capable to do this. Many thanks. (Nextdoor Gingerwood) - Just saw an all black medium sized dog with a collar running around Victoria street between the Spotsylvania St and Chatham St intersections.
We tried to corral him/her but weren’t able to get a look at the collar. This was around 11:45 PM (Nextdoor Quail Hollow)
- ABM Industries, Inc. posted a job opening for Janitorial Cleaner in Manassas. Apply here.
- Krispy Kreme posted a job opening for Doughnut Maker in Manassas. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manassas here.
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